Alissa Callen's writing delves into the life journeys people undertake, often setting her stories in remote areas and small towns. With a background in teaching and counseling, she retains a deep interest in human experiences and personal growth. Her affection for historic homesteads and country gardens lends a distinct, atmospheric quality to her prose, drawing readers into the evocative settings she creates.
The story follows Neve Fitzpatrick, who seeks solace in the bush after the loss of her mother. Renting a farmhouse near her grandmother's home, she finds purpose in caring for two young cowgirls and adopting a spirited pony and a shaggy donkey. Through these connections, Neve embarks on a heartfelt journey of healing and self-discovery, exploring themes of family, grief, and the search for belonging in a rural setting.
Set in the picturesque Woodlea Community, this rural romance explores the themes of healing and reconciliation. The story revolves around characters who confront their pasts, suggesting that facing old wounds may lead to newfound connections and love. With the backdrop of a close-knit community, the narrative promises emotional depth and the warmth of romance as the protagonists navigate their histories.
A warm-hearted and touching story about recovering after trauma, love and community. A new Woodlea rural romance by bestselling Australian author Alissa Callen. Healing doesn't just take time, it takes courage... The scars country vet Ella Quinlivan hides are not solely on the outside. Men are off-limits. She fills her world with her friends, work and the colourful community of small town Woodlea. She also becomes custodian of a sandstone cottage of an elderly friend whose teenage daughter went missing two decades ago. With a broken marriage behind him, Saul Armstrong is determined to recapture his dreams by bringing American bison to the Australian bush. He intends to stick to his side of the high wire fence that divides his farm from his distracting new neighbour, Ella. When Saul calls out Ella for a bison emergency she isn't just thrown out of her comfort zone by dealing with an unfamiliar animal. Slow-smiling and guarded Saul stirs emotions she'd long ago discarded. When the summer heat parches the landscape and dust obscures the sun, hidden secrets come to light. Not only will Ella and Saul be tested, the connection forged between them will be threatened. Will love be enough to guarantee their freedom or will fear continue to dictate the direction their lives will take?
Set against the backdrop of the Australian outback, this rural love story explores themes of family, community, and redemption. Kree Garrett travels from America to search for her missing brother, Seth, and discovers a supportive town that captivates her heart. As she expresses her gratitude, she encounters Ewan Mackenzie, a man burdened by guilt from his past. Their connection deepens, but both must confront their histories and learn to embrace the possibility of love and happiness together.